At our annual Holiday party this year we were able to have all our employees together in one place for a fun dinner. We welcomed our newest designer, Tara Holland, to the TCI team!

TCI is gearing up for the New Year with new tips, trends and all you need to know to build the perfect home!

A word from each of us at TCI!

Thinking ahead to the New Year ... each of our team members have contributed a "trick of the trade" to share with you regarding planning your next project!

Traci:

We know you are in a hurry to get that remodeling project going, but proper planning will help in the end.

1. Listen to your contractor/designer regarding time frame of project and plan an extra few weeks cushion for completion. Selecting your products early will prevent delays later.

2. Be prepared mentally for hiccups. There will inevitably be unexpected surprises along the way, so if you know they are coming, you'll be better able to take deep breaths. Keep in mind... it is a process and a team effort!

Jesus:

Like everything, renovating always starts with your budget.

1. Before speaking to your designer and contractors, you need to establish your budget for your project.

2. Meet with your contractors to discuss your project to make sure your budget is realistic for your renovation. 3. Assuming that everything matches up, let's get started transforming your home. Another key point is never cut corners with cheap materials because you will be disappointed. It's better off to wait if you need to, so you can do it right.

Terra:

Light it Up! When doing any remodel thinking about lighting is a MUST! Whether it is a decorative chandelier acting as the perfect jewel to a space or accent lighting in bookcases to highlight architectural details; lighting plays a huge roll on how a design plays out.

Tara:

Go with an Open and Spacious Floor Plan. Walls are over rated. Use the positioning of furniture and rugs to help define a space while keeping the overall plan open and less choppy.

Jessie:

Be open to new ideas! Don't be afraid to shake it up by adding something different and out of the box. Mixing finishes in a tasteful way or adding a pop of fun color/design through a wallpaper or paint. Trust your designer's guidance throughout the process!

Courtney:

Enjoy a fresh new look with straighter lines, lighter colors and more white! Clean design = less clutter. Stay organized!

Avery:

Give your kids fair warning if you plan to use their bathroom to get ready while yours is getting redone!

We can help. If you are considering a large renovation, custom build or refurnishing some areas, contact TCI today!

We worked together with Paloma Creations to create this custom, one of a kind piece that was featured today on their blog!!

'Tis the season for holiday hosting and this week we've got the perfect piece that will not just get the job done, but it'll do it in style. Today's newest creation is all about a timelessly chic buffet that will keep your guests coming back for holiday cheer... year after year.

These days it seems as if there are so many neutrals and so little time, but when it comes to this piece, we knew exactly which way to go--navy.

Solid and quietly powerful, using navy as a neutral can simultaneously help ground a room and still be the life of the party. While the color choice is absolutely fantastic, the design is even better.

When it comes to what we love most about this buffet, it's all about the doors. The four doors have an intricate cut-out design with clear glass behind them.

All that's left to do is to pair these with decorative brass knobs, adjustable shelves and that gorgeous paint finish and you have yourself a picture perfect piece.

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Traci Connell and her team are experts in delivering unique design with ease of mind. Traci's impeccable eye for space planning and design combined with her in-depth knowledge of project management, differentiates her from other interior designers. Traci specializes in materials and furnishings that stand up to everyday life, giving her clients a “bulletproof” home for kids, pets, entertaining and more.

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The award-winning entrepreneur creates gorgeous interiors that also offer livable-style. Traci says: “What good is a luxurious home if you can’t actually live in it?” That philosophy drives her to provide high-end interior design that really lasts for every one of her clients.